Posts filed under 'Giving Back'
Hurrahs - Fall/Winter Cover
One of my photographs was used for the cover for this season’s issue of Hurrahs - the activities and recreational guide for Holly Springs, NC. I also have some of my photographs included in the guide as well. Holly Springs has a lot of great programs available to all ages. Always glad to help out.
Add comment August 18, 2008
4-H Photography Competition Thoughts
Let me just say it was really great to see all the work of the entrants ranging in age from 4 to 18 years old at the 4-H Photography Competition. It is always eye opening to see what others see, especially when all the photographs center on one topic: this time the topic being horses. I hope my comments to the students brings them even more ideas, inspiration, and interest in photography. I hope they all keep going out there and exploring the world around them through their cameras. 
There was a lot of really great work including two younger entrants that stood out in my mind. One was 8 and the other was 6! I couldn’t believe it. Looking at their photographs, you could almost feel the moment and see the soul of the horses they were photographing. It was amazing. You could really feel the connection they felt at the moment the photograph was taken.
I am so glad we live in the world with digital photography so easily available. It allows children to have the opportunity to be creative with a camera without the many expenses in the past of film and developing. Now you can even cross off the worry of a little one breaking your digital camera with the “Kid Tough” digital cameras now available for even the littlest photographers. They are free to explore all that they can reach!
Add comment July 11, 2008
North Carolina 4-H Photography Competition
I am excited to be one of the judges for the upcoming North Carolina 4-H State Photography Competition. The competition is being held this Friday at the Hunt Complex. The entries are from youth involved in the 4-H organization. I can’t wait to see all of the photographs that have been entered into the competition. Good luck to all the entrants!
Add comment July 8, 2008
Legend of Sleepy Hallow
Make sure you check out all the great shows, classes, movies, and events happening at the Holly Springs Cultural Center. Here are some photographs from the performance of the Legend of Sleepy Hallow.
1 comment June 13, 2008
Just LOOKING for an excuse to get RID of that Bridesmaids Dress???
Okay…I know there may have been the lucky chance that you were in a wedding where you absolutely LOVED your bridesmaid dress; but what about those other ones in the WAAAYYYY back of your closet??? I just found out about this great website - http://thebridesmaidparty.com/
Okay, so the gist is that you can donate your old bridesmaids dresses to help empower poverty stricken, abused women. The Bridesmaid Party set up a program with Hopecraft & Rubia (non-profits) where your dress breathes new hope to women in Lea Toto, Africa and Darra-i-Nur, Afghanistan. They reuse your beloved bridesmaid dress; transforming it into a different product making everyone overall much happier.
As a special bonus, http://thebridesmaidparty.com is offering a $25 credit towards future purchases on their website (applied $40 or more purchase). So not only do you get to clear out your closet and help women around the world, you also get to pick up a few cool things for your wedding or event at a nice discount.
Here is the link to get more info on donating your bridesmaids dress.
Add comment June 10, 2008
Jingle Ball Sponsor, December 11, 2008
I am happy to announce that Forever Young Photography LLC will be a sponsor of the Jingle Ball taking place December 11, 2008. This is a great event! Forever Young Photography LLC was a sponsor of the event last year and are looking forward to it this year as well.
Gifts are considered as your ticket for this event. Each participant will be granted entrance to the 2008 15th Annual Jingle Ball by bringing a new unwrapped toy valued at $20 or more or donating $30 cash or check with all proceeds going directly to the Salvation Army of Wake County. To check out some of the photographs we took from last year, you can view our previous blogs listed below or go to the Capital City Clauses website.
Jingle Ball December 6, 2007
Jingle Ball Tonight
Jingle Ball Event Photographers
Add comment May 17, 2008
National Volunteer Week
It is always a surprise when you get recognized for your volunteer work. I received a certificate today for my volunteer efforts and commitment to the community for the photography work I have done for the Holly Springs Cultural Center. Check out what is going on at the Holly Springs Cultural Center. Maybe I’ll see you there!
Add comment May 5, 2008
Wedding Favor Idea: Trees in Celebration
Justin and I did this for our wedding. I think it was a great idea and wanted to share it with you too. Instead of doing a traditional wedding favor, we made a donation to the Arbor Day Foundation in honor of our guests. We estimated the number of people attending our wedding, and donated the amount needed so at least one tree was planted for each guest. With the donation, you get a certificate that you can display at your reception to let your guests know, you planted a tree in their honor. Here is a link to learn more.
Add comment May 1, 2008
Looking for Something? Have Something to Give? FREECYCLE
Today I stumbled across Freecycle. What a great idea! This sums it up best,
“The nonprofit organization Freecycle practices the old adage, “One man’s junk is another man’s treasure.” What started in 2003 as a way to reduce garbage in Tucson’s landfills has grown to a worldwide phenomenon of goods exchange. What you don’t want, you gift away. What you might need, someone else might have to give you.
The goal is not to collect more free stuff, but rather, build communities intent on consuming only what is necessary, and recycling the rest. According to a recent study, Freecycle members reduced garbage in landfills by nearly 500 tons a day in 2007, simply by sharing goods, rather than tossing them in the trash.”
Add comment April 30, 2008
The Lucky Winner
Congratulations to Lauren & Shannon of Lillington, NC! Their card was selected in the drawing to win Free Wedding Photography Coverage. Their wedding date is July 18, 2009.
Thanks to all those that entered the drawing!!!
Add comment April 8, 2008
Win Free Wedding Photography - Drawing this evening
Thanks to all that entered the drawing to win free wedding photography. I will be drawing a lucky winner tonight! Good luck to everyone! Stay tuned…
1 comment April 7, 2008
Hurrahs! Spring/Summer Edition
Holly Springs Parks & Recreation quarterly publication - Hurrahs! is a great source to find out about different programs, classes, activities and more happening in the area. One of my photographs from a recent play at the Holly Springs Cultural Center has been selected as the cover image. Here is a sneak preview of the cover below. Look for the new Hurrah’s coming out in April. 
Add comment March 25, 2008
